Date palm, symbol of prosperity, listed by Unesco
Move comes after joint nomination from several countries including UAE, Saudi Arbia
Phase one of environment red list complete
List provides updated information on conservation status of flora and fauna
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Sharjah rolls out electric waste collectors
Bee’ah introduces one-seater vehicle capable of handling almost 200kg of weight
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6th Green Economy summit opens in Dubai
World leaders and former heads of state discuss ways to push green economy
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“This is not the end of the challenge”
Dubai student’s commitment to eco-awareness is a continuing endeavour
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Saying no even when it’s inconvenient
Dubai resident Rasha’s challenge convinced her even one individual can make a difference
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Being sustainable is about being conscious
Dubai resident John Bull believes in making life easy through small changes
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Every small step can save the planet
What were the carbon offsets of the three sustainability volunteers? The expert’s report
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Campaign to protect UAE mountains heralded
Initiative aims to preserve natural resources and features
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Dubai: Idle school grounds to be turned into gardens
7 public schools to get 350 indigenous trees
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UAE issues rule on catching pelagic fish
Encircling nets will be allowed between November 1 and April 30
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500-kg of waste collected from Wadi Showka
Initiative was organised by mountain activity firm
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DEWA connects 1,354 solar installations
It follows Shams Dubai drive to encourage customers to install solar panels
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Dubai launches beach clean up drive
Dubai Municipality had started campaign on World Beach Clean Up Day
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Meat and poultry: Organic vs regular
What are the pros and cons of making this choice?
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School installs 192kw solar plant
The Indian Academy Dubai can supply excess electricity back to city grid
